Eric Edmeades on How to Gain Control of Our Food Habits | EP 526
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Join host John R. Miles in Episode 526 of the Passion Struck Podcast as he welcomes back Eric Edmeades for a transformative discussion on health, nutrition, and the concept of the "evolution gap." Discover how our rapid innovation outpaces biological evolution, leading to chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes. Eric shares insights from his groundbreaking book, explores the six hungers that drive our eating habits, and offers practical steps for aligning your lifestyle with your biological needs. Tune in to learn how to make lasting health changes and unlock the power of intentional living!

**Full show notes and resources: **https://passionstruck.com/eric-edmeades-how-to-gain-control-of-food-habits/)

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In this episode, you will learn:

• The post-diabetic concept: Eric Edmeades explains how type 2 diabetes can be reversible and the importance of dietary changes.
• Exploration of behavioral science: The episode delves into how daily habits and routines can support or sabotage health.
• The role of heredity in diabetes: Understanding how genetic predispositions can be managed through lifestyle choices.
• Practical steps for aligning lifestyle with biological needs: Tips on making incremental changes in diet and behavior for lasting health improvements.
• The significance of emotional and behavioral aspects of eating: Recognizing the six primary reasons why people eat, which include nutritional hunger, thirst, empty stomach hunger, low blood sugar hunger, variety, and emotional hunger.
• The impact of habits on eating behaviors: Understanding how emotional intensity and repetition influence the formation of eating habits.

Connect with Eric Edmeades: https://ericedmeades.com/)

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